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25SAT22MSAT
Dual mSATA SSD to 2.5in SATA SSD Converter w/ RAID
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Instruction Manual
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Table of ContentsProduct Diagram ....................................................................................1
Front View .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Back View ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction ............................................................................................2Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 2
mSATA SSD Installation .........................................................................3
Configure RAID .......................................................................................5RAID Lock/Unlock Jumper Pins ............................................................................................................ 5
RAID Mode Setting Jumper Pins .......................................................................................................... 5
Set RAID Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 6
Hard Drive Initialization ........................................................................6
LED Activity and Drive Failure Indicators ...........................................8
Technical Support ..................................................................................9
Warranty Information ............................................................................9
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Product Diagram
Front View
1. RAID lock/unlock jumper pins
2. Drive Activity/Fail LEDs
3. Drive #1 mSATA connector
4. Drive #2 mSATA connector
5. Drive #1 mounting bracket
6. Drive #2 mounting bracket
7. Top mounting holes
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Back View
Introduction
Packaging Contents• 1 x Dual mSATA to 2.5in SATA Adapter
• 1 x Mounting screw kit
• 1 x Installation Manual
System Requirements• 2 x mSATA Drives
• SATA Host Device
1. DATA & Power Combo (7+15 pin)
2. RAID setting jumper pins
3. Side mounting holes
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mSATA SSD InstallationWARNING! SSD Drives and storage adapters require careful handling. If you are not careful with your SSD Drive, lost data may result. Always handle your drive with caution. Be sure that you are properly grounded by wearing an anti-static strap when handling computer components or discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds.
1. Slide the mSATA connector on one of your SSDs into the Drive #1 mSATA receprical connector on the 25SAT22MSAT.
2. Press the drive down toward the Drive #1 mounting bracket, until the drive clicks into place.
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3. Slide the mSATA connector on your other SSD into the Drive #2 mSATA receprical connector on the 25SAT22MSAT.
4. Press the drive down toward the Drive #2 mounting bracket, until the drive clicks into place.
5. The SSDs have now been installed.
Note: To remove drives #1 and #2, pull upward on two the tabs located on the top of either drive, then slide the drives out one at a time.
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Configure RAIDWARNING! Setting or changing your RAID modes will erase the data or metadata on your existing SSD drives.
RAID Lock/Unlock Jumper PinsThe RAID lock/unlock jumper pins, located above the drive mounting brackets enable you to lock your RAID configuration so it cannot be changed. Or unlock your configuration so it can be changed.
Use the included jumper and the table below, to short the pins and set the mode for your desired configuration.
Mode Description Jumper Pins
Unlocked Enables you to change your RAID configuration mode. 2-3
Locked Does not allow you to change your RAID configuration mode. 1-2
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RAID Mode Setting Jumper PinsThe RAID setting jumper pins, located next to the SATA connector enable you to set your desired RAID configuration between RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and RAID initial Mode.
4 5 6
1 2 3
RAID Setting Jumper Pins
SATA Connector
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Use the included jumpers and the table below, to short the pins and set your desired RAID mode.
RAID Mode Description Short Pins
RAID 0 Striping - Improves system performance 1-2, 4-5
RAID 1 Mirror – Creates a redundant drive on the second drive for security 2-3, 4-5
BIG Spanning – Creates a large single drive volume consisting of both drives. 1-2, 5-6
JBOD
Just a Bunch of Disks – Allows access to both drives individually
(Note: A port multiplier compatible SATA controller is required for this mode)
2-3, 5-6
Set RAID Configuration1. Set the RAID Lock/Unlock Jumper Pins to the unlock position.
2. Using the RAID Mode setting jumper pins to your desired Mode.
3. Connect the SSD RAID card to your SATA host device. Note: Refer to the manual for your SATA host device for installation instructions. The top or side mounting holes and included screw kit may, or may not be required to assist in your installation.
4. Power on the SATA host device.
5. Your RAID array has now been installed.
6. (Optional) If you would prefer to lock your RAID array so it cannot be altered by the RAID mode setting jumper pins, power down your SATA host device, and set the RAID Lock/Unlock Jumper Pins to the lock position.
Hard Drive InitializationIf the mSATA SSD RAID Array is new or otherwise blank, it may need to be initialized and formatted before use. Follow the steps below in a Windows interface to initialize the drive.
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1. From the main Windows desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/ 7 / 8), then select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Disk Management from the left window panel.
2. A dialog window should automatically appear, asking you to initialize the drive.Depending on the version of Windows, it will give you the option of either creating an “MBR” or “GPT” disk. GPT (GUID partition) is not compatible with some older operating systems, while MBR is supported by newer and older operating systems.
3. Once initialized, locate the Disk that says it is “Unallocated” (check the listed hard drive capacity to confirm it’s the correct hard drive) and then right-click in the section that says “Unallocated” and select “New Partition”.
4. Follow the on screen prompts to initialize the drive in the format of your choice.
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LED Activity and Drive Failure IndicatorsThe 25SAT225MSAT includes an LED panel to visually monitor activity and failure of each drive. Please review the table below for a list of each specific indication.
Activity for Drive #1
Activity for Drive #2
Failure for Drive #1
Failure for Drive #2
Description Activity LED Drive Failure LED
Device Unplugged Off Off
Device Plugged in On Off
Device Accessing Flashing On Off
Device Failed Off On
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Warranty InformationThis product is backed by a two year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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